|Student Learning Outcomes -|
- Present answers to the defined research questions orally or in writing using appropriate mathematical language
- Analyze research questions posed by the instructor using appropriate sources of information.
|Description - |
|A seminar in directed readings, discussions and projects in mathematics. Specific topics to be determined by the instructor.|
|Course Objectives - |
|The student will be able to: |
- analyze the topic in a skillful and thorough manner.
- discuss the topic critically with instructor and other students.
- explain the importance of the topic to the discipline.
- use new vocabulary relevant to the topic.
|Special Facilities and/or Equipment - |
|Internet Access. |
|Course Content (Body of knowledge) - |
- Readings, discussions and critical analysis of the various topics
- Use of primary, secondary and other important monographs as appropriate
|Methods of Evaluation - |
- Evaluation of class participation
- A written paper
|Representative Text(s) - |
|Text and handouts as appropriate to topic. Extensive material will be on reserve in the library. |
|Disciplines - |
|Method of Instruction - |
|Lecture, group work. |
|Lab Content - |
|Not applicable. |
|Types and/or Examples of Required Reading, Writing and Outside of Class Assignments - |
- Homework Problems: Homework problems covering subject matter from text and related material ranging from 5 - 20 problems per week. Students will need to employ critical thinking in order to complete assignments.
- Lecture: Five hours per week of lecture covering subject matter from text and related material. Reading and study of the textbook, related materials and notes.
- Projects: Student projects covering subject matter from textbook and related materials. Projects will require students to discuss mathematical problems,write solutions in accurate mathematical language and notation and interpret mathematical solutions. Projects may require the use of a computer algebra system such as Mathematica or MATLAB.
- Worksheets: Problems and activities covering the subject matter. Such problems and activities will require students to think critically. Such worksheets may be completed both inside and/or outside of class.